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CT HB06491

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Housing Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Connecticut's rental assistance program (Section 8-345) to prioritize voucher allocation for individuals intending to use them in municipalities that have not met the 10% affordable housing threshold

  • Requires the commissioner to promote voucher use in municipalities where the program has historically been underutilized, in addition to existing goals of housing choice and racial/economic integration

  • Mandates that maximum rent levels be set to promote program use in all municipalities, with federal fair market rent applying when it exceeds state-established maximums

  • Requires the commissioner to inform voucher holders they can use certificates in any municipality statewide and assist them in finding housing in their preferred location

  • Effective date: October 1, 2025

Legislative Description

An Act Prioritizing Allocation Of Rental Assistance Program Vouchers To Individuals Who Intend To Use Such Vouchers In Municipalities Below The Threshold For The Affordable Housing Appeals Procedure Exemption.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Housing

3/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing1/24/2025

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